Our English copywriters must have an acute attention to detail, possess strong editing and proofreading skills, and have a creative flair. These individuals must also be extremely versatile; they must have the ability to write on many different industries from banking to fashion. A good understanding of social perceptions in this region and subsequent knowledge of appropriate word choices are also sought-after qualities in a copywriter. The role of a junior copywriter includes:

Assisting the senior English copywriter in all drafting of new content including press releases, brochures, websites, leaflets, feature articles, letters, shopping catalogues, and other communications material, etc.

Editing and proofreading of all content translated into English from Arabic, French, or any other language

Ability to work under pressure without losing focus; has good time-management skills

Attentive to detail

Actively works with clients and other team members to generate compelling ideas

Character Attributes:

Our copywriters should be focused with a constant desire to improve; he or she should:

Respond well to feedback, and possess a healthy attitude towards constructive criticism

Have the patience to write, re-write, read, and re-read work

Enjoy a challenge to work on content from a variety of different industries

Be encouraging towards the translation team while editing their work, and have a positive and helpful attitude towards enabling their continual improvement

Be a team player with great interpersonal skills and progressive ideas

Have a creative mind - ability to transform abstract ideas into concise and compelling copies

Have what it takes to understand the needs of the client, the market and the target audience without losing sight of the brand culture

Education and Experience:

University degree in English, journalism, communications, advertising, marketing or public relations; or any related field of study

A minimum of three years of experience in a relevant field- must be able to produce a compelling writing sample

Language Requirements:

English as a first language, or an exceptionally strong background in English